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Woodridge Elementary

Elementary School · Prince George's County Public Schools

5001 Flintridge Dr, Hyattsville, MD 20784

Enrollment

332

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maryland schools

#904 of 1,363

In Hyattsville

#8 of 13

public schools

In district

#87 of 194

Prince George's County Public Schools

School environment

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Woodridge Elementary

5.5/10

Elementary School in Hyattsville · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.9/10

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About Woodridge Elementary

Woodridge Elementary is a public elementary school in Hyattsville, MD, part of Prince George's County Public Schools. Woodridge Elementary serves approximately 332 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodridge Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #904 of 1,363 schools in MD.

Structured state assessment records for Woodridge Elementary show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • MD avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

30% of students at Woodridge Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.89 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17.3% (2025 MCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33.1% (2025 MCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-12.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-18 pts
Overall Proficiency25% (2025 MCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)14% (model expectation from 2025 MCAP)
vs. Expected+11.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,789
Chronic Absenteeism30.1%

Woodridge Elementary — Students at Woodridge Elementary score 25% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 14%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

89.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 37.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
30.2% (2025 MCAP)
ELA Proficiency 45.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.1% (2025 MCAP)

Based on 28 test records from MD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2025
Math
17.3%
ELA
33.1%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.6/10.

How Woodridge Elementary Compares

See how Woodridge Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
34th percentile in MD
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
90%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

5001 Flintridge Dr, Hyattsville, MD 20784

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodridge Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Glenarden Woods Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Lanham), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MARY'S SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 0.3 miles away, in nearby Landover Hills), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Lamont Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby New Carrollton), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hyattsville, see our Hyattsville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Glenridge Elementary Landover Hills 0.1 mi 3.9
ST MARY'S SCHOOL Landover Hills 0.3 mi 6.2
NEW HOPE ACADEMY Landover Hills 0.5 mi 7.3
NEW HOPE ACADEMY Hyattsville 0.5 mi 6.4
Beacon Heights Elementary Riverdale 0.6 mi 5.7
Cooper Lane Elementary Landover Hills 0.9 mi 4.7
Charles Carroll Middle New Carrollton 1.3 mi 5.6
Port Towns Elementary Bladensburg 1.1 mi 3.2
Rogers Heights Elementary Bladensburg 1.2 mi 5.3
ELIZABETH SETON HIGH SCHOOL Bladensburg 1.3 mi 6.6
Parkdale High Riverdale 1.5 mi 5.3
Dodge Park Elementary Landover 1.5 mi 4.0
Carrollton Elementary New Carrollton 1.5 mi 3.8
William Wirt Middle Riverdale 1.5 mi 6.3
Lamont Elementary New Carrollton 1.7 mi 6.2
Gladys Noon Spellman Elementary Cheverly 1.6 mi 4.6
Glenarden Woods Elementary Lanham 1.5 mi 9.2
Judge Sylvania W. Woods Sr. Elementary Glenarden 1.6 mi 4.9
ST AMBROSE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cheverly 1.7 mi 5.6
Bladensburg High Bladensburg 1.5 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20784 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,599

Median Home Value

$356,500

Median Rent

$1,769/mo

Population

32,271

College Educated

22.7%

Homeownership

57.5%

Avg Commute

33.1 min

Poverty Rate

9.3%

Median Age

34.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woodridge Elementary

What grades does Woodridge Elementary serve?

Woodridge Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Woodridge Elementary?

Woodridge Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 332 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodridge Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Woodridge Elementary is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woodridge Elementary rank in MD?

Woodridge Elementary ranks #904 of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is Woodridge Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodridge Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Woodridge Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodridge Elementary has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Woodridge Elementary a charter school?

No, Woodridge Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Woodridge Elementary a Title I school?

No, Woodridge Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Woodridge Elementary?

89.5% of students at Woodridge Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
67 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
332
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
89.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Prince George's County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.1%

District

Prince George's County Public Schools
District Enrollment
131,310
Schools in District
199
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,789
District Rank
#87 of 194

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